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Patent GB-2222289-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle lights warning device
Inventor: PHILLIPS PAUL IAN
IPC: B60Q1/14
Filed: 1988-08-25
Abstract: A vehicle lights warning device comprising a light dependent sensor 20, an alarm 25 and an electronic control circuit 12 having inputs from the sensor and from the ignition and lighting circuits of the vehicle and an output to the alarm. The control circuit is operative, when the lights are not switched on, to sound the alarm if the sensed light level remains below a predeterminated level for a predetermined period after the ignition is turned on. The alarm is disabled if the ignition remains on after the predetermined period has expired and the alarm has not been sounded. The alarm may also be sounded if the ignition is turned off when the lights are turned on and the sensed light level is above the predetermined level. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2224575-A (GB)
Title: Displaying features (eg defects) of an electrically conductive component
Inventor: TOPP DAVID ANTHONY
IPC: G01N27/90
Filed: 1988-11-04
Abstract: A movable probe array 12 whose position is tracked 14 is used to investigate features (eg defects and their locations) of a component 11. The array has both ac field detecting elements contacting the component surface, and non-contacting elements sensing the surrounding magnetic field. Different frequencies of an induced or injected field are used to vary the depth of inspection. A visual display is generated. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2224614-A (GB)
Title: High resolution imaging system
Inventor: FAYBISH JOSEPH
IPC: G06K15/22
Filed: 1988-11-07
Abstract: A raster plotting or scanning system has a line or array of elements, eg. photocells or LEDs, aligned at an angle  alpha  to the line scan direction Y to increase the resolution generated by the elements scanning across the image or plotting surface. The elements may be mounted on a plurality of rods (Fig 4) which may be connected together (Figs 6, 8) to extend to the required width. A measurement system for gauging the movement between two plane parallel surfaces in exact steps of resolution may be used to control the elements and in particular a bar B may be mounted on the image or plotting surface to act as a trigger as it interacts with sensors. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2213585-A (GB)
Title: Colorimetric test tube
Inventor: HECKMANN JOHANNES
IPC: G01N31/22
Filed: 1988-11-14
Abstract: For colorimetric indication by means of test tubes, a simple system of detection is desired for the monitoring of gases dissolved in liquids. This is achieved by a test tube (1) containing an indicator (3) for the colorimetric indication of a gaseous substance to be detected, which tube (1) is closed by a hydrophobic membrane (8) permeable to the substance to be detected, and which tube (1) can be used to indicate gases dissolved in liquids. The membrane (8) may expediently be sealed with a coating (9) which dissoives when the tube is immersed in a liquid. …<IMAGE>…
Patent GB-2217649-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for making dental root canal filling points
Inventor: UBUKATA NOBORU
IPC: A61C5/04
Filed: 1989-04-05
Abstract: A dental root canal filling point is made by means of a rotary member (2) having a curved outer surface (2a) in parallel with its axis (X) and rotatable at a predetermined speed, and a moving member (3) whose processing surface (at least) (3a) is parallel to surface (2a) movable at a speed identical with a peripheral speed of the member (2) in the same direction as the rotational direction of said member, there being a gap between the processing surfaces (2a and 3a) of the members (2) and (3). While at least the member (2) is rocked in its axial direction and the gap lies on an identical plane, a rod (4) for the dental root canal filling point is fed in the gap in a direction (Y) normal to the axial direction (X) of the member (2), and the ratio of speed of the leading end of the material (4) with respect to a speed at which the gap is varied is such that a taper is produced (T) as desired for the dental root canal filling point. 
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Patent GB-2230931-A (GB)
Title: An incubator
Inventor: PEARCE FRANCIS HUXHAM
IPC: A01K41/06
Filed: 1989-05-03
Abstract: There is described an incubator having a housing divided into at least a first 3 and a second 4 chamber, each provided with a fan, a heater, and means for controlling the temperature in the chamber, the first and second chambers being separated from each other by a partition 5 provided with one or more than one aperture 6, the partition being of resilient material at least around the aperture, the aperture being such that an egg 7 may be engaged in the aperture such that one portion of the egg is situated in the first chamber whilst another portion is situated in the second chamber. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2220419-A (GB)
Title: Microbes for controlling pests
Inventor: SLATER JAMES HOWARD
IPC: A01N63/27
Filed: 1989-06-28
Abstract: The present invention provides a method of controlling at a locus a pest having an oxygen dependent respiratory system, which comprises applying to the locus a cyanide producing microorganism. The invention also provides a biocontrol agent for controlling pests comprising a cyanide producing microorganism, and agriculturally or horticulturally acceptable carrier or diluent, and a substrate for cyanide production. Bacteria used are Pseudomonas or Chromobacterium.
Patent GB-2222626-A (GB)
Title: Seal connection
Inventor: WULFF DIETRICH
IPC: B60J10/23
Filed: 1989-09-01
Abstract: In order to achieve fluid-tight and mechanically robust connection between two seals 3, 4 for motor vehicles, a sleeve-shaped receiver 6 is formed on the seal 3 in the region of the contact point 8 to receive the seal 4. The two seals 3, 4 are also connected to one another releasably via a lug connection 12 which fits accurately in a recess on the seal 4 spaced with respect to the contact point 8. 
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Patent GB-2239972-A (GB)
Title: Neural network
Inventor: LINGGARD ROBERT
IPC: G06N3/04
Filed: 1990-01-11
Abstract: A neural network suitable for use in an associative memory or pattern classifier comprises a plurality of neurons i, j, each comprising a relaxation oscillator emitting a series of pulses, interconnected via weights Wii, Wij, Wjj, Wji, such that the firing (i.e. emission of a pulse) of one neuron delays the firing of others to which it is connected. The network tends to settle into stable firing sequences, each of which can be associated with a predetermined pattern to be recognised (or memory location) by adjustment of the weight values. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2242406-A (GB)
Title: Car cover
Inventor: PERNG CHIN-YUAN
IPC: B60J11/00
Filed: 1990-03-30
Abstract: A car cover automatic let-off and take-up device, which includes a housing 3 having set therein a motor 2 to drive a revolving axle 5 to rotate so as to let off or take up a car cover. An armature control plate 1 is mounted on the motor shaft of the motor with its terminals 11, 12, 13 respectively set in contact with the isolated contact rings 41, 42, 43 of a conductor plate 4, which is mounted on a revolving axle within the housing, so that the motor can be controlled to drive the revolving axle to rotate forward or backward or to stop by a control switch which is secured to the front end of a car cover which is connected to the revolving shaft. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2246614-A (GB)
Title: Fluid regulator valve
Inventor: MADIGAN JOHN
IPC: F16K5/06
Filed: 1990-08-01
Abstract: A fluid regulator valve comprises a valve element (16) located in a valve chamber (11) in a fluid flow path between an inlet (12) and an outlet (14). In a marginal peripheral region between the valve element and the valve chamber, there is defined a fluid flow passage (18) of continuously varying cross-section along its length in the direction of valve movement or fluid flow (30), and, over at least a portion thereof, of significantly smaller local flow capacity than the normal unobstructed through-flow valve capacity. The valve can be used for a gas burner. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2248324-A (GB)
Title: Data security in a computer network
Inventor: FLYNN JOSEPH
IPC: G06F12/14
Filed: 1990-09-25
Abstract: A microcomputer 1 is disclosed which is adapted for connecting in a computer network where there is shared access to stored data. The microcomputer comprises a security circuit 5 which controls operation of an address buffer 6 according to a table of access conditions retrieved from non-volatile memory in response to an input password, there being one access condition for each block of memory addresses. Passwords have assigned security levels and a respective table of access conditions for each level is held in the non-volatile memory. The relevant memory address block is identified by reading of a memory map that has been created and stored by the security circuit 5 in the non-volatile memory. The microcomputer thus assists in preventing accidental amendment of data, fraud by amendment of financial data, and access to confidential data. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2237974-A (GB)
Title: A sports glove, in particular for goalies
Inventor: MONTERO JOSE
IPC: A63B71/14
Filed: 1990-09-28
Abstract: A tacky bonding substance curing only very slowly or not at all in air is applied directly or indirectly to the outside of the palm surface of a glove, in particular a goalie glove. The bonding substance may be coated (directly). However, preferably the application shall be indirect in that the bonding substance is admixed to a latex-foam layer 16 fully or partly covering the outside of the palm surface of the glove material. A sports glove, in particular a goalie glove so treated with a bonding substance, is characterized by high adhesion that otherwise cannot be achieved even approximately by mere coating with conventional latex foam. Catching and retaining objects, in particular those with rounded, smooth surfaces such as soccer or hand balls, can be significantly improved as a result. Suitable bonding materials include contact adhesive resins based on natural resins, terpene resins and certain synthetic addition polymers. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2239673-A (GB)
Title: Electronic lock with inductive transmission
Inventor: HAUSMANN PETER
IPC: G07C9/00
Filed: 1990-12-13
Abstract: The invention relates to a lock cylinder with an associated key which, apart from its mechanical locking function, also allows the inductive transmission of an electric signal between the key and the lock cylinder, which can e.g. be used for the electronic identification of the key. The signal transmission is brought about by a coil (21) in the key and a coil (16) in the lock cylinder, which are arranged in such a way that their cores (22, 14 respectively), together with corresponding legs (15.1, 15.2) form a common, closed core for both coils in two positions of the rotary lock cylinder (12) differing by 180 DEG . The reading legs (15.1, 15.2) are so arranged in the bore for the lock cylinder (12), that the core (22) of the key coil (21) slides between them during key insertion and is positioned between them when the key is completely inserted. This not only permits a signal transmission when the key is completely inserted, but also during its insertion process. The arrangement is such that the sum of the air gaps I1 + I2 between the two cores remains constant when the key is rotated. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2252290-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to towing apparatus for trailers
Inventor: COULSTOCK PAUL ANDREW
IPC: B60D1/38
Filed: 1991-02-02
Abstract: Apparatus for securing a trailer to a motor driven vehicle which comprises a towing hitch 1 for securement to a tow ball of the vehicle. The hitch includes a rearwardly projecting member 3 to which one end of a towing cable 4 is anchored. A winch is attached to the other end of the cable 4 and the hitch includes a hollow shaft 5 whose end remote from the winch is shaped internally to receive the rearwardly projecting member 3 of the towing hitch. Means 9 is provided for selectively locking the projecting member within the shaft. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2253655-A (GB)
Title: Lean burn i.c.engine
Inventor: MA THOMAS TSOI-HEI
IPC: B60K6/485
Filed: 1991-03-09
Abstract: An internal combustion engine (10) calibrated to operate in a lean burn mode comprising means for supplementing the total output torque, in at least part of the speed/load range, without enriching the mixture beyond the lower limit of lean burn. The source of additional torque may be a supercharger (16), an auxiliary motor (20) or a regenerative braking system (18).
Patent GB-2245686-A (GB)
Title: Valve of faucet
Inventor: FUJIWARA NORIHITO
IPC: F16K11/074
Filed: 1991-05-28
Abstract: A valve of a faucet (1) comprises a stationary disk (1b) and a rotary disk (1a), each of which is made of a ceramics or a metal, and one surface of the stationary disk and one surface of the rotary disk are in contact with each other to form a sliding face therebetween. The valve opens and closes a passage for a liquid by means of a relative displacement of the stationary disk and the rotary disk along the sliding face to control the flow rate of the liquid. At least one of the mutually contacting surfaces has a film (19) substantially comprising diamond-like carbon thereon. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2259214-A (GB)
Title: Digital video effects
Inventor: TEECE HOWARD JOHN
IPC: H04N5/272
Filed: 1991-08-30
Abstract: The colour used to fill in the background by the background generator is selected by reading colour defining information from a sample portion 16 of the input image 14 so as to reduce problems due to variation in the background colour of the input image. The background generator employs a damped response to changes in the colour of the sample portion so as to improve noise immunity. The system provides a plurality of candidate sample areas 22 which can be switched between if the currently active sample area 16 becomes or is likely to become invaded with non-background material. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2250513-A (GB)
Title: Film- or sheet-form adhesive material
Inventor: MATSUOKA NAOKI
IPC: C09J7/10
Filed: 1991-11-20
Abstract: An adhesive material comprises a film or sheet of a heat-activatable adhesive containing a heat-expanding agent, said adhesive having a dynamic viscosity in the range of from 3 x 10<4> to 4 x 10<4> poises as measured at 100 DEG C. The adhesive preferably comprises a styrene-butadiene-styrene block copolymer or a chloroprene. The heat-expanding agent preferably comprises microcapsules having a shell of thermoplastic resin and a gaseous substance, e.g. butane or propane gas, encased therein. The microcapsules having a particle diameter of 1 to 50  mu m and a specific gravity of 1.0 to 1.15.
Patent GB-2262559-A (GB)
Title: Scaffolding
Inventor: TASKER BRIAN
IPC: E04G1/18
Filed: 1991-12-19
Abstract: A scaffolding system comprises at least two scaffolding brackets (2) for supporting a platform (8) to allow access to the roof of a building and adjustable telescopic ground support rods (13) which hold the brackets against the wall of the building thereby avoiding the need to provide further fixing means at the roof edge which may cause structural damage to the building. A locking member (13), figure 2, can be used to lock the rod to its bracket at the desired angle. The foot of the rods can be prevented from slipping by a ground batten, a timber log or a precast concrete block. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2356033-A (GB)
Title: Warhead
Inventor: SECKLER JOACHIM
IPC: F42B12/18
Filed: 1992-01-28
Abstract: A warhead for use against reactive armour comprises a preliminary charge projectile (2) ejectable from a firing capsule (15) in the direction of flight, a main charge (1) disposed axially and at a distance behind the preliminary charge projectile, a support (18) for the firing capsule (15) and the preliminary charge projectile (2) secured to the periphery of the main charge (1), a propellant charge (22) between the preliminary charge projectile (2) and the base (17) of the firing capsule, and a sensor (30) for launching the preliminary charge projectile (2) when at a predetermined distance from the target. The preliminary charge projectile (2) has a rearwardly widening rear part (14) into which the forwardly tapering base (17) of the firing capsule extends. The propellant charge (22) is disposed in a casing (21) formed with combustion gas outlet openings (26) into the space (27) between the widening rear part (14) of the preliminary charge projectile (2) and the tapering bottom (17) of the firing capsule.
Patent GB-2263898-A (GB)
Title: Bulk containers
Inventor: MASSIE CHARLES ROBERT
IPC: B65D90/62
Filed: 1992-02-06
Abstract: A bulk container (10) is substantially cuboidal in shape and has a base (12) and four side walls. At each corner of the container is an iso-block (18) which iso-blocks are utilised for attaching the container to a trailer or a crane. The base (12) is provided with two doors (32, 34) which open outwardly from the base so that the container contents can be discharged without a need to turn the container. The container is provided with a locking means (50) for securing the doors in a closed position. Preferably the locking means is operated by remote control. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2255951-A (GB)
Title: Passenger conveyor.
Inventor: SAITO CHUICHI
IPC: B66B29/04
Filed: 1992-05-07
Abstract: In the present invention, in order to obtain a passenger conveyor of high security which is capable of, when foreign matters such as fingers are slipped into a gap (G') between a safety device at an inlet portion for a moving handrail (4) and the moving handrail (4), releasing the same quickly as well as stopping operation of the passenger conveyor and making the passenger perceive danger before the fingers are slipped in the gap (G'), a movable body (21) provided on the inlet portion through which the circulating moving handrail (4) enters into an inside of a balustrade (3) is supported to be displaceable in a direction opposite to a direction of movement of the moving handrail (4). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2269333-A (GB)
Title: A tool holder for precision depth drilling
Inventor: GREENWOOD EDWARD
IPC: B23B49/00
Filed: 1992-09-29
Abstract: The holder includes a drill (13) secured in the body (1) by screw (9) and the cutting tip of this drill (13) is set level with the the end of the drill guide (4), a micrometer reading taken on the thimble (2b) enables a precise desired projection of the cutting tip to be determined. When the cutter has penetrated a workpiece to the full depth the drill guide (4) touches the material and the rotary depth stop (3) ceases to revolve. The adjuster (2), in which the thimble (2b) is a part, is locked into position by screw (12). A seal is placed between the drill guide (4) and the depth stop adjuster (2) to prevent cuttings entering the bearings (14). Cuttings are also cleared from the holder with compressed air via groove (11). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2273231-A (GB)
Title: Incinerator device
Inventor: STANFORD BRIAN EDWARD
IPC: A61M5/32
Filed: 1992-12-04
Abstract: A device for incinerating a needle or like sharp object, comprises a first electrode (14) mounted for rotation about its axis; a second electrode (16) mounted adjacent the first electrode (14) with a gap therebetween; a motor rotating the first electrode about its axis; means (28, 29, 36) guiding the needle, N, or like sharp object, towards a position whereat it bridges the gap between the electrodes; and a power supply delivering sufficient electrical current to the electrodes to cause the fusion and destruction of a portion of the needle or like sharp object in the region between the electrodes. The second electrode may have a pivot mount 35 so as to enable movement towards and into contact with the first electrode. Bringing the end of the first electrode into contact with the second electrode provides a cleaning action, increasing expected electrode life. Rotating the electrode provides for incineration of a needle of a hypodermic syringe in a few seconds and assists the sweeping away of melted needle fragments.
Patent GB-2278339-A (GB)
Title: Reels
Inventor: RUSSELL STUART GRAHAM
IPC: B65H75/14
Filed: 1993-05-25
Abstract: In order to make a reel more readily disposable it is made of stiff fibrous material, more particularly cardboard if either single thickness or laminated. Accordingly, the reel comprises a tubular core 1, two substantially planar end flanges 3, and two flange cups 5. The flange cups each have an end flange part 7 and a ring-like core 9. In one embodiment the flange cups are moulded from said fibrous material so that the end flange part and core are integral (Figure 2). In other embodiments (Figures 4a and 4b), the end flange part and core are separate integers which are adhered together. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2268611-A (GB)
Title: Warning device for a vehicle
Inventor: SEARLE JOHN ALBERT
IPC: G09F21/04
Filed: 1993-06-17
Abstract: A portable warning device for a vehicle, preferably an automobile, provides, in use, a reminder to the driver of the vehicle to keep left in a left hand drive country, or vice versa. The warning device is conveniently in the form of a tubular housing (10) with an enlarged plug (11) at one end and an electrical connector (12) at the other end, the housing being arranged to be plugged into a conventional cigarette lighter socket (13) of a vehicle, so that electrical circuitry in the housing is powered, in use, to generate a visual warning by illumination of an arrow (14) on the plug (11) by a bulb. The housing can either be reversibly engageable in the socket or can have its plug (11) rotatable to direct the arrow to the left or to the right as required. In other embodiments the power supply is independent of the vehicle, and the reminder can be a non-verbal, aural warning. The electrical circuitry may be adapted so that the direction indicator (14) is initially illuminated for a predetermined time and then turned off. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2281597-A (GB)
Title: Drain rod connections
Inventor: SANDERS RICHARD
IPC: F16L47/16
Filed: 1993-09-03
Abstract: A plastic drain rod is manufactured in one piece in a single moulding operation and is formed with an integral male connector (1) and an integral female connector (2). The rod has four limbs (11) providing a cruciform cross-section and has radially aligned discs (12) spaced at intervals therealong to provide stiffening. The male connector (1) is formed with a screw threaded portion (3) and a plain cylindrical portion (5) of the same peak diameter. The male connector is not provided with a shoulder or other formation which could limit its entry into the female connector. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2281695-A (GB)
Title: Remote control bath or washbasin waste with automatic overflow prevention
Inventor: LEWIS JOHN
IPC: E03C1/23
Filed: 1993-09-11
Abstract: This invention represents an improvement on the apparatus described in GB 2261600A, wherein movement of the pressure actuation member 108 is effected by remote mechanical means 105 or by pressure caused by a head of water in an overflow conduit 114 provided for the bath or basin, the actuation member moving to unplug the drain aperture. The apparatus also incorporates means to prevent excessive suction in the drainage system, to which the apparatus is connected, from evacuating the water from the water trap incorporated within it. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2269368-A (GB)
Title: Toolbox
Inventor: HANNA THOMAS E
IPC: A45C13/10
Filed: 1993-10-05
Abstract: A utility box (10) includes a base portion (13) and a cover portion (11) attached thereto as by hinges (12). The cover portion (11) includes a downwardly directed skirt (17) and the upper end of the base portion (13) is provided with a complementary skirt (27). At least one latch assembly (28) is recessed within the complementary skirts (17, 27) and includes a latch handle (30) having an outer contour matching the complementary skirts (17, 27). A lock receiving area (52) is also recessed within the complementary skirts (17, 27). Side handles (62) are formed in the base portion (13) and recessed beneath the cover portion (11). A top handle (66) is provided within a recess (67) in the top surface (14) of cover portion (11). <IMAGE>